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Term

biodegradable

Term

Capable of decomposing rapidly by microorganisms under natural conditions (aerobic and/or anaerobic). Most organic materials, such as food scraps and paper are biodegradable.

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EEA Glossary

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Definition source publication

World Bank. Glossary of Municipal Solid Waste Management Terms

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Definition source URL

http://glossary.eea.europa.eu/EEAGlossary

Organisation

Organisation full name

World Bank

Subjects

WASTE
WATER

Long definition

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